VEPESID

Vepesid Information

Brand name for etoposide, Vepesid is a trusted antineoplastic drug. Noted for its healing power, Vepesid is one of the few most potent cancer drugs. Although, this drug is mostly used in the treatment of lung and testicles, it is found to be a vital drug for the treatment of various other types of carcinogenic germs. Normally, Vepesid halters the malignant growth of the cancer germs and thus prevents them from spreading their claws through out the whole body. But this, however, involves the risk of hampering the normal growth of cells in the human body. But before using the drug, patients should consult a doctor and be sure about the far-reaching side effects of Vepesid.

Vepesid is used for treating the following disorders with varying degrees:

• Adrenal cortex cancer;
• Blood and lymph system cancer;
• Bone cancer;
• Cancer of tendons;
• Cancer of unknown primary site
• Endometrium cancer;
• Ewing's sarcoma;
• Gestational trophoblastic tumors;
• Hepatoblastoma;
• Kaposi's sarcoma in AIDS patients;
• Lung Cancer;
• Multiple myeloma;
• Neuroblastoma;
• Ovarian Cancer;
• Retinoblastoma;
• Stomach cancer;
• Thymoma;
• Tumors in the brain;
• Wilms' tumor.

Vepesid Warnings

For prescribing the right dosage to you, your doctor needs to know in details about your past and present medical conditions. Don’t forget to inform him before he prescribes Vepesid to you, if you are already suffering from any of the following diseases:

• Chickenpox;
• Herpes Zoster;
• Infection;
• Kidney disease;
• Liver disease;
• Low albumin levels in the blood;
• Poor bone marrow function.

Listed in the FDA pregnancy category D, Vepesid can cause serious damage to the growing fetus. Not only this, Vepesid is also assumed to cause infertility in women. Although, no reports of fatal effects of Vepesid on breast-feeding mothers have been found, still doctors are not willing to rule out the possibilities. It is thus, highly recommended to take this drug only after consultation with a physician during pregnancy or while nursing a baby. So far, this drug has not been seriously tested on children and older patients.

Vepesid may not work in proper harmony with all other drugs. You should also let the doctor know if you are already taking any of the following drugs before he prescribes Vepesid:

• Ancobon;
• AZT;
• Chloromycetin;
• Cytovene;
• Fungizone;
• Hyper thyroid drugs;
• Imuran;
• Intron A;
• Live vaccines;
• Mithracin;
• Roferon-A.

Vepesid Side effects

Intake of Vepesid may cause serious allergic reactions. Breathing trouble, closed throat, swollen lips, tongue, or face are the most serious ones. Side effects like poor bone marrow function followed by serious blood problems featured in excessive weakness, sudden bleeding can also take a toll. Don’t ignore side effects like unusual stools with blood, sudden rise in body temperature, infection, tissue or vein reaction etc., as these may have serious consequences. Rush to your doctor in such cases.

Users of Vepesid may experience side effects like vomiting, sores within the mouth or on the lips, skin problems, stomach upset, and sudden hair loss, quite often. These are common but less harmful.

Side effects like backache with fever, pain while urinating, trouble in walking, are rare but found.

Vepesid Overdose

There is no denying the fact that Vepesid is a wonder drug. But to be on the safer side it is always better to consult a physician and be sure about what is the right dose for you. So far no serious cases of Vepesid overdose have been found. Overdose of the drug may not be detrimental to your existence but it can always cause fatal disorders. The symptoms of overdose may be the similar to the side effects of the drug. As soon as you feel that an overdose has been taken by mistake rush to a doctor for the corrective measures.

On the other hand, a missed dose of Vepesid does not cause harmful damages. It is better to skip the missed dose completely in order to avoid the chance of overdose and see a doctor as soon as possible.

Vepesid Usage Guidelines

Rely on the doctor for the right usage guidelines. Don’t touch your eyes after using Vepesid without washing your hands properly. Make sure not to cut yourself by mistake with a blade or razor. Tell your doctor that you are taking Vepesid before getting any dental surgery done.

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In the U.S., Vepesid may be available in the other brand names like Vepesid,

Etopophos, Toposar etc.